Certificate in Economic Analysis Basics
Course Overview
The Certificate in Economic Analysis Basics is a UK Level 3 introductory programme running between three and six months, designed for applicants who want a credible first grounding in the applied tools that professional economists use day-to-day at the Treasury, in the City and across research institutes. The Certificate is delivered on-campus, online and by distance learning.
By the closing weeks you will be running short applied economic-analysis notes on a live UK question, defending a recommendation in a seminar-style panel, and articulating cleanly into LSLPE's Diploma routes in economics.
Key Features
- Curriculum aligned with Royal Economic Society (RES), Government Economic Service (GES) and Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)-informed themes.
- Applied introductory data-handling exercises using ONS releases.
- Weekly seminars in the case-room tradition with named programme-tutor support.
- Three parallel study modes so working applicants can complete the Certificate without leaving employment.
- Direct articulation into LSLPE Diploma routes in economics.
- Central London base within a short journey of the Treasury and the Bank of England.
What You Will Learn
- The introductory tools of micro and macro used across applied economic analysis.
- How to read a data release from the ONS, the Bank of England and HMRC.
- Applied elasticity, marginal analysis and simple demand-and-supply modelling.
- Introductory index-number theory including CPI, RPI and GDP deflator.
- Applied reasoning on tax incidence, deadweight loss and public-goods provision.
- Introductory monetary and fiscal-policy interaction.
- How to structure a short applied economics brief.
- How to defend an economic-analysis argument in seminar.
Who This Course Is For
- New entrants and career changers targeting economist careers.
- Undergraduates and gap-year applicants preparing for Economics, PPE or Business degrees.
- Working professionals in public-facing roles building an economic base.
- International applicants planning a longer UK route in economics.
- Journalists and campaigning staff needing a formal economic grounding.
Career Pathways
- Economist trainee at a research institute or policy team
- Research Economist assistant on a think-tank brief
- Investment Analyst trainee on a City desk
- Public Finance Analyst trainee on a CIPFA-aligned team
- Economic Policy Analyst assistant on a Whitehall-facing brief
- Government Economist support role
- Economic Consultant trainee at a boutique consultancy
The LSLPE careers service supports Certificate students with CV clinics and warm introductions to entry-level economics opportunities.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE English at grade 4/C or equivalent; open access for mature applicants at admissions review.
- No prior study of economics required, the Certificate is designed as a first-entry route.
- IELTS 5.5 overall (no band below 5.0) for non-native English speakers, or equivalent.
- A short personal statement of 250 words describing your interest in economic analysis.
- International applicants supported through visa, accommodation and English-language guidance.
Why Study at LSLPE
The London School of Law, Politics and Economics teaches economic analysis as an applied craft in small, tutor-visible cohorts. Central London places the IFS, NIESR, the Treasury and the Bank of England within a short tube ride, and LSLPE reads economics alongside law and politics because applied economic analysis is always argued through legislation and politics.
The LSLPE careers service refreshes curriculum alignment each year against Royal Economic Society and Government Economic Service-informed guidance.
Apply for Certificate in Economic Analysis Basics
Applications for the Certificate in Economic Analysis Basics are reviewed on a rolling basis. Start with a UK Level 3 Certificate at LSLPE and enter applied economic analysis on a serious footing. Enrol Now
